Program Overview

Technical Writing and Professional Communication Graduate Certificate

The technical writing and professional communication graduate certificate emphasizes the rich theoretical and rhetorical principles that govern effective communication across a range of contexts, as well as the pragmatic skills needed in the modern workplace. The certificate is centered on writing but includes course options in rhetoric, communication, design, digital media, speech, and group dynamics. It is also ideal for those looking for a continuing education or professional development opportunity that enhances communication skill sets for those working within a collaborative team.

Program Details

• The program requires 12 credit hours.
• The estimated cost is $597.33 per credit hour, which includes online tuition and College of Arts and Sciences fees.
• The program is offered 100% online.

Admission Requirements

All students are required to meet the general university admission requirements.

Careers

The skills learned in the technical writing and professional communication graduate certificate program complement a wide variety of skill sets and career options. Some examples include:

• communications manager
• media specialist
• publications officer
• technical writer/editor
• grant/proposal writer
• corporate information officer

Curriculum

The certificate requires four courses (12 credits). Most of these courses are offered on a rotating basis rather than every semester.

Required Courses

• ENGL 759 - Studies in Technical Communications (3 credits)

Elective Courses

• AGCOM 610 - Crisis Communication (3 credits)
• AGCOM 712 - Environmental Communication (3 credits)
• AGCOM 810 - Scientific Communication (3 credits)
• COMM 726 - Seminar in Persuasion (3 credits)
• COMM 730 - Classical Rhetorical Theory (3 credits)
• COMM 733 - Rhetorical Criticism (3 credits)
• COMM 834 - The Rhetoric of Social Movements (3 credits)
• EDACE 786 - Topics in Learning and Leadership: Grant Writing (1-3 credits)
• ENGL 665 - Advanced Creative Writing: Nonfiction (3 credits)
• ENGL 753 - Theories of Composition and Rhetoric (3 credits)
• ENGL 755 - Studies in Composition and Rhetoric (3 credits)
• ENGL 756 - Business Communication (3 credits)
• ENGL 758 - Scientific Communication (3 credits)
• ENGL 765 - Creative Writing Workshop: Creative Nonfiction (3 credits)
• ENGL 767 - Literary Editing and Publishing (3 credits)
• ENGL 797 - Professional Writing Internship (0-18 credits)
• MC 750 - Strategic Health Communication (3 credits)
• MC 712 - Environmental Communications (3 credits)
• MC 760 - Issues, Risk and Reputation (3 credits)
• MC 765 - Communication Theory (3 credits)

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